EFMC specializes in Horizon Europe funding schemes, including RIA/IA/CSA, ERC, MSCA, EIC Pathfinder and WIDERA. For more information or to explore how we can assist you, please don’t hesitate to reach out using the contact form at the bottom of the page.

Who can access Horizon Europe? Horizon Europe is open to a wide range of entities, including universities, research centers, private companies, public bodies, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and others. Whether you’re involved in academia, industry or public services, our team is ready to help you navigate the application process.

Expert Support Tailored to Your Needs – at EFMC, we understand that each project is unique, and we provide customized support to match your specific needs. Our team consists of senior experts with extensive experience in the various Horizon Europe grant types. While one expert serves as your primary contact point for the consortium, our experts collaborate closely to leverage their diverse skills and insights. This ensures that you benefit from a comprehensive approach to proposal writing.

Additionally, our team includes scientists with specialized research expertise and years of experience as Expert Evaluators for the European Commission. This gives us an in-depth understanding of the Horizon Europe evaluation criteria, particularly in the Excellence section. We can help assess the scientific and technological quality of your project, including its objectives, methodology and innovation potential, ensuring that your proposal meets the highest standards and stands out during the evaluation process. You can find more information on our experts here.

How do we support applicants? Our approach is built on years of experience and a structured methodology aimed at helping you prepare the best possible proposal. Here’s how we assist:

1. Initial Draft Preparation: Based on our expertise in European Commission requirements, we help you gather the right inputs to prepare an initial draft proposal that aligns with the expectations of Horizon Europe evaluators.
2. Refining the Draft: After your first draft is prepared, our experts will help you improve it to its best possible version. This process draws on our extensive experience with proposal submissions and evaluations, ensuring the proposal is of the highest standard.
3. Proposal Review(s): For more experienced applicants who prefer to handle most of the proposal development themselves, we offer a proposal review service. Our experts can analyze and comment on your draft to refine it further before submission. Reviews can be conducted once or multiple times, depending on your needs. Typically, organizations request from one to three rounds of review for each proposal draft.
4. Specific Support Areas: (I included new support areas i) Budget preparation, ii) Submission of Part-A, iii) Support with Graphics and layout/formatting)
   • Impact Section: The Impact section is one of the most competitive and scrutinized parts of Horizon Europe proposals. Since Horizon 2020, this section has undergone significant changes and our experts can help you craft it in a way that aligns with the Commission’s expectations. We provide valuable insights to help you present the potential impact of your project in a compelling and impactful manner.
   • Budget Preparation: Developing a detailed and compliant budget is a critical part of any Horizon Europe proposal. Our experts can assist you in preparing a clear, realistic budget that meets the specific requirements of Horizon Europe funding schemes. We help ensure that all eligible costs are accounted for, cost breakdowns are in line with the European Commission’s guidelines and your financial plan is robust and transparent. This step is essential to increase the likelihood of securing funding and to avoid complications during the evaluation process.
   • Submission (Part A): Part A of the Horizon Europe application is a key element that requires specific attention. It includes essential administrative details about the consortium, project objectives and financial information. We provide comprehensive support for the correct completion and submission of Part A, ensuring that all required sections are accurately filled out, compliant with the guidelines and submitted before the deadline.
   • Support with Graphics and Layout/Formatting: To enhance the visual appeal and readability of your proposal, EFMC also provides support with graphic design and layout. We help create clear, professional and well-organized proposals, ensuring that tables, figures, and diagrams are correctly formatted and placed within the document. This is crucial for ensuring your proposal stands out and is easy to follow for evaluators.

By choosing EFMC, you gain access to a highly skilled team with the expertise and experience needed to ensure your Horizon Europe.

Feel free to contact us to explore how we can support your specific project.